About the role#
As a Platform Intern, you will join the mechanical and thermal engineering organization to design high-power ASIC systems. You will collaborate across mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines to support the full-stack system from PCB to rack.
What you'll do#
- Develop NPI prototypes and manufacturing fixtures.
- Work on liquid cooling technologies and rack-level system development.
- Contribute to the design of high-power ASIC systems.
What you'll need#
- Current progress toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience building mechanical systems, boards, or similar projects.
- Knowledge of the board design cycle, high-speed interconnects, power delivery, and system integration.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California (on-site).
- Term: Summer 2026 (June through August).
- Duration: 12 weeks.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Support: Housing support is available for those relocating, and daily lunch and dinner are provided in the office.
About Etched
Etched operates in the computer hardware manufacturing industry. The company builds frontier inference clusters. Founded in 2022, it maintains its headquarters in San Jose, California. The organization is privately held and employs approximately 496 people.
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